Through the inspirational stories of 50 famous and under-celebrated women from Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka, South Asian girls will have a chance to dream about lives for themselves that radically differ from the limited narratives and stereotypes written for them.
My brain was a mess, I was a mess, writing what I wrote in this book made everything make sense. I had been carrying so many feelings and emotions around with me for so long, this became my release and my medicine. Since writing this collection, life is sweet, life is better than sweet. I have no time to spend on irrelevant nonsense, only what makes me smile and what makes you smile.If only one line captures you in between the front cover and this, I will have done what I didn’t expect.
Highlighting the remarkable achievements of 50 influential figures from South Asia, this illustrated book offers empowering life stories that challenge stereotypes prevalent in mainstream media. Featuring a diverse array of personalities, including business leaders, entertainers, and authors, it aims to inspire young South Asian readers to envision their own potential. Accompanied by striking portraits from ten international artists, this collection serves as a valuable resource for fostering pride and ambition among children of color, making it a treasured gift for families.
It's almost Christmas Eve and the rockets on Mr Claus's sleigh have exploded! they can fly!Illustrated by Kasia Nowowiejska, this charming picture book was inspired by the little known fact that Santa Claus's reindeer are female, as only female reindeer keep their antlers during the winter!
Już prawie Wigilia, a rakiety na saniach Mikołaja wybuchły! Ponieważ zostało coraz mniej czasu do wyjazdu, Mikołaj wyrusza na poszukiwanie zwierząt, które pomogą mu dostarczyć świąteczne prezenty dzieciom na całym świecie. Niedźwiedzie polarne są silne, ale są zbyt senne. Narwale są szybkie, ale prezenty przecież nie mogą się zamoczyć. Za to renifery są idealnymi kandydatami do pomocy, zwłaszcza, że samice mają pewien sekret Potrafią latać!